Does Saxenda (liraglutide) come with needles?

No, Saxenda® does not come with needles. Before beginning your Saxenda prescription, talk to your healthcare provider to make sure that you’ll have everything you need to administer the medication - including the needles and instructions for how to give yourself the medication!

Where can I buy needles for Saxenda pens?

You should only go through your healthcare provider to buy needles for Saxenda pens to ensure that you get the right needles to take your medication safely. You will need your healthcare provider to give you a separate prescription for needles in order to use Saxenda. There are different needle sizes available and your healthcare provider can work with you to find a needle that is most comfortable for you. 

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Brooke Marsico, PA-C

Brooke Marsico completed her physician assistant training at Midwestern University. Brooke is passionate about helping patients living with obesity achieve meaningful weight loss and improve their health.

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